After the success of the trilogy, the Bhool Bhulaiyaa series is gearing up for its fourth installment, the producers Bhushan KumarIts team is reportedly developing the film’s core concept Kartik Aaryan Will return as Rooh Baba. Anees BazmiThe director of the second and third installments is also said to be in talks to direct “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4”, which is expected to release in the second half of 2027.
Bhushan Kumar starts working on ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4’
According to a report in Bollywood Hungama, the makers have started developing the core concept of the fourth installment, which aims to further expand one of the biggest horror-comedy series in Hindi cinema. A source told the publication that Kumar is keen on making Bhool Bhulaiyaa the biggest franchise in the country and the groundwork for the film’s core plot is already underway. Kartik Aaryan was also reportedly involved in these early creative discussions and is said to be keen on reprising his role as Rooh Baba for the third consecutive time. Reports also claim that Kartik Aaryan is actively involved in creative discussions to reprise his fan-favorite character.
Anees Bazmee reportedly in talks to return
Anees Bazmee, who directed ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’ and ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’, is reportedly in talks to return as director of the fourth installment. A source said negotiations are ongoing and Bazmee and the production team are currently finalizing financial terms. Anees Bazmee is reportedly busy with his upcoming starrer projects before turning his attention to ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4’ Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan. Once filming wraps up, the filmmakers are expected to begin developing the script and creative framework for the fourth installment of the horror-comedy series.
When is Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4 expected to start production?
According to reports, the manufacturer plans to put “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4” into service in the second half of 2027. While there has been no official announcement from T-Series, Bhushan Kumar, Kartik Aaryan or Anees Bazmee, the reported timeline suggests that the project is currently in the early stages of development.
About ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’ Franchise
Bhool Bhulaiyaa remains one of the most consistent horror-comedy series in Hindi cinema, with three films having a 100% click-through rate. The original film was released in 2007, starring Akshay Kumar in the lead, and was followed by Kartik Aaryan in the second and third installments, both of which went on to become huge box-office successes.
